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GRADE 12
TOURISM
FEBRUARY/MARCH 2017
MEMORANDUM
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Tourism Grade 12 NSC Supplementary 2017 Memo (English)
Grade 12 Tourism memorandum from the NSC Supplementary Exam 2017 (English), 13 pages. Read online or download the free PDF.
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- 2017
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- NSC Supplementary Exam
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Tourism 2 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2017
NSC – Memorandum
Topics in the Tourism CAPS Abbreviations
Topic 1 Tourism sectors TS
Topic 2 Map work and tour planning MTP
Topic 3 Tourism attractions TA
Topic 4 Sustainable and responsible tourism SR
Topic 5 Domestic, regional and international tourism DRI
Topic 6 Culture and heritage tourism CH
Topic 7 Foreign exchange FX
Topic 8 Communication and customer care CC
Topic 9 Marketing M
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Tourism 3 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2017
NSC – Memorandum
SECTION A: SHORT QUESTIONS
QUESTION 1
1.1 1.1.1 C DRI
1.1.2 D DRI
1.1.3 A DRI
1.1.4 B DRI
1.1.5 B CC
1.1.6 D MTP
1.1.7 B MTP
1.1.8 B MTP
1.1.9 A MTP
1.1.10 B FX
1.1.11 A TA
1.1.12 C TA
1.1.13 A TA
1.1.14 B TA
1.1.15 A MTP
1.1.16 D TS
1.1.17 B TS
1.1.18 A TS
1.1.19 C SR
1.1.20 B SR (20 x 1)
1.2 1.2.1 dress code TS
1.2.2 WHO MTP
1.2.3 logical sequence MTP
1.2.4 transit visa MTP
1.2.5 Mount Everest TA (5 x 1)
1.3 1.3.1 UNESCO CH
1.3.2 Limpopo CH
1.3.3 meteorite CH
1.3.4 Richtersveld Cultural Landscape CH
1.3.5 political prison CH (5 x 1)
1.4 1.4.1 D TA
1.4.2 A TA
1.4.3 E TA
1.4.4 B TA
1.4.5 F TA (5 x 1)
1.5 1.5.1 Buckingham Palace TA
1.5.2 changing of the guards TA
1.5.3 Big Ben TA
1.5.4 Tower of London TA
1.5.5 Tower Bridge TA (5 x 1)
TOTAL SECTION A: 40
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Tourism 4 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2017
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SECTION B: MAP WORK AND TOUR PLANNING; FOREIGN EXCHANGE
QUESTION 2
2.1 2.1.1 Australia MTP (2)
2.1.2 The 0º (zero degree) line of longitude passes through a town called
Greenwich in London which has become an attraction.
Tourist will use the 0º (zero degree) line of longitude to calculate the
time at their arrival destination.
• Is known as the Universal Time Coordinate (UTC) used to
calculate time. (4)
2.2 2.2.1 JHB +2 Paris +1 MTP
Time difference 2-1 = 1 hour
Therefore: Paris is 1 hour behind South Africa
13:00 – 1 hour = 12:00
12:00 + 1 hour DST = 13:00
13:00 to 23:00 10 hours flying
time
OR
10 hours flying time (7)
2.2.2 Paris +1 New York -5 MTP
Time Difference 1+5 = 6 hours
Therefore: New York is 6 hours behind Paris
15:00 – 6 hours = 9:00 5 July
2016
OR
9:005 July 2016 (4)
2.2.3 Paris +1 Dubai +4 MTP
Time difference 4-1 = 3 hours
Therefore Dubai is 3 hours ahead of Paris
8:00 + 3 hours = 11:00
11:00 + 7 hours flying time = 18:00
18:00 – 1 hour DST = 17:00
OR
17:00 (7)
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2.3 2.3.1 The Tour De France route goes through many European countries, MTP
therefore the Schengen Visa will give him access to all the
countries along the route of the Tour De France race
• Having a Schengen Visa, he will not have to submit a visa
application for each country along the route. (2)
2.3.2 Travel insurance
• Medical insurance (2)
2.3.3 Remain in the hotel if the incident occurs outside the hotel. . MTP
Follow emergency evacuation procedures displayed in the hotel if
the threat is within the hotel.
• Inform the relevant people of your whereabouts.
• Report to your country's embassy.
• Stay away from the area under threat.
• If possible, leave the country as soon as possible.
• Keep away from popular, crowded areas which are likely to be
terrorist hotspots.
• In the event of an attack keep away from public transport
systems as it could be a common terrorist target. (4)
2.3.4 Disembark from aircraft and follow boards to immigration. MTP
Collect luggage
Proceed to customs (green channel)
Note: the sequence must be correct
(6)
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QUESTION 3
3.1 3.1.1 The sudden decline in the value of the rand FX
• The drop in the value of the rand.
• The decline in the value of the rand resulted in a decline in the
economy of South Africa.
• It advantages inbound international tourists. (2)
3.1.2 The American tourist will receive more rands for his dollars. FX
• The tourist will have more spending power
• It will be a better value for money destination for the tourist. (2)
3.2 3.2.1 GBP2 800 x 23.57 (BBR) FX
= ZAR/R65 996,00 (currency must be indicated) (4)
3.2.2 ZAR15 500 ÷ 16.50 (BSR) FX
= USD939, 39 (rounded off correctly) (4)
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TOTAL SECTION B: 50
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Tourism 6 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2017
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SECTION C: TOURISM ATTRACTIONS; CULTURE AND HERITAGE TOURISM;
MARKETING
QUESTION 4
4.1 4.1.1 Statue of Liberty TA (2)
4.1.2 France TA (2)
4.1.3 It reflects the USA's democratic principles based on various TA
liberties (freedoms)
• Given to the USA for their Declaration of Independence
(liberty) which is celebrated on 4 July every year.
• Abolishment of slavery.
• Symbol to immigrants entering the USA of a possible new
and freer life.
• Symbolises human freedom. (2)
4.1.4 Icon B – The Netherlands TA
Icon C – Australia (4)
4.1.5 (a) ICON B TA
To grind grain
• To drain water and create low lying land
• To saw wood
• To generate wind energy for mechanical processes
• To pump groundwater to the surface for the supply of
fresh water (2)
(b) ICON C
Multi-venue performing arts centre
• As an opera theatre
• Theatres for dramatic works
• Entertainment centre with shows and restaurants
• A great architectural structure of the 20th century. (2)
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4.2 4.2.1 (a) Europe TA (2)
(b) The dense evergreen trees in the forest creates a dark TA
colouring
• The black shade comes from the dark coloured leaves
of the trees in the forest (2)
4.2.2 Tourists come to ski at the ski resorts during the winter snowfall TA
season.
Tourists still come to the area during winter and stay indoors
enjoying the spa facilities.
• Tourists travel to the Black Forest to view the manufacturing
of cuckoo clocks.
• Tourists travel to the Black Forest to view the manufacturing
of musical instruments.
• Scenic drives through the forest.
• Hiking trails through the forest.
• Explore local traditions and culture. (4)
4.2.3 Job creation for the local citizens TA
GDP growth in the region
Foreign income earnings
• Upliftment of the local community
• Increased revenue/multiplier effect
• Better geographical spread in the region
• Multiple tourism product offerings over a stretch of the Black
Forest.
• Increased length of stay to experience the multiple product
offerings of the region.
• Improved seasonality - both winter and summer activities
are available that are unique to the region.
• Germany is seen as a destination with multiple tourism
experiences
• Infrastructural developments for ski and spa facilities
• Opportunities for local entrepreneurs to supply services and
products to day visitors and short stay tourists.
• Limits seasonal labour (6)
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QUESTION 5
5.1 San CH (2)
5.2 The San created many outstanding examples of rock art across the CH
uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park - area.
• Legacy of a cultural group's way of life in art form
• Rock Art murals have revealed a history of a cultural group that
existed many years ago. (2)
5.3 5.3.1 It is a mixed World Heritage Site CH
• It meets both natural and cultural criteria. (2)
5.3.2 Natural – the unique mountain wilderness habitat CH
• Natural caves in the mountains
Cultural – protecting the San heritage
• Ancient rock art
• Evidence of human inhabitants in the caves in the form of
San rock art (4)
5.4 Tourists who participate in some adventure activities in the park must fill TA
in a rescue register at certain entry points into the park.
Trained guides will take tourists to uKhahlamba in order to ensure their
safety.
• Adventure tour operators accompany tourists to do activities like
abseiling, rock climbing and mountain climbing using the essential
safety equipment.
• Adequate sign posting has been erected and tourists are advised to
use designated paths. (4)
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QUESTION 6
6.1 Travel trade show M
• Travel trade exhibition
• Marketing event (2)
6.2 SATourism is responsible for marketing South Africa internationally M
• SATourism co-ordinates the marketing effort from various role players
in the tourism industry
• SATourism markets the South African tourism product as a value-for-
money destination.
• Show-casing the various tourism products and services available in
South Africa
• Networking and investment opportunities for tourism professionals at
an international platform. (2)
6.3 It creates opportunities for South African tourism businesses and M
provincial tourism authorities to market at an international tradeshow.
Awareness of South Africa as a value-for-money long-haul destination for
the German and European markets and other delegates at the ITB.
• Inbound international arrivals are expected to increase from these
source markets. (Germany and Europe)
• Word-of-mouth advertising from the public that attended the ITB on
public days proofs that South Africa is considered a top- destination.
• Showcasing South Africa as an attractive destination will result in
increased inbound arrivals that will in turn set the multiplier effect into
motion. (4)
6.4 Tourism businesses add a voluntary 1% tourism levy to tourists' bills M
which is then paid over to TOMSA. (2)
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TOTAL SECTION C: 50
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SECTION D: TOURISM SECTORS AND SUSTAINABLE AND RESPONSIBLE
TOURISM
QUESTION 7
7.1 Accommodation sector TS (2)
7.2 It is important that the appearance of all employees working in the TS
accommodation sector is professional as it is a reflection on the
environment in which they work.
• First impressions count. An impression of the business is formed
within the first 60 seconds and the appearance of employees can
create a sense of trust in the business (or vice versa). (2)
7.3 Body language: the way he sits at the desk/feet on the desk. TS
Telephone manners: Chewing bubble-gum and drinking while speaking on
the phone.
Appearance: the way he wears his uniform/tie is worn loosely around his
neck.
• No name badge/identification is worn (6)
7.4 The employee can work under supervision until his conduct is TS
acceptable.
The employee can undergo additional training sessions to improve his
conduct.
The employee can be subjected to performance evaluation before
undergoing re-training.
• The employee can get a written warning.
• Disciplinary procedures can be started. (6)
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QUESTION 8
8.1 Airlines have to be operated in a way that meets the needs of the SR
travelling public without compromising the environment. (2)
8.2 Try to minimise the number of flights by combining trips SR
Choose the most direct routes possible since take-offs and landings use
the most fuel.
• Consider taking a holiday closer to home.
• Choose economic class when you fly because more people per plane
mean fewer carbon emissions per person.
• Pack light. Lighter planes mean less fuel is used.
• Use other modes of transport where possible (4)
8.3 8.3.1 Social (Community): SR
ACSA can employ locally.
ACSA can create opportunities for entrepreneurship.
• Local purchases
• Skills development
• Opportunities for scholarships and learnerships.
• Intervention programmes to improve quality of life. (4)
8.3.2 Environment: SR
Sustainable airport buildings (save electricity)
Technology to improve sustainability (e.g. water control in
bathrooms)
• Waste management & control (from aircraft)
• Management of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) on runways
• Energy efficient vehicles inside the building (e.g.
electric/battery)
• Sound management (e.g. announcements/aircraft noise)
• Environmental protection plans (e.g. birds/wild animals on
runways.)
[Note: Accept examples if it can be linked to facts above.] (4)
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TOTAL SECTION D: 30
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SECTION E: DOMESTIC, REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL TOURISM;
COMMUNICATION AND CUSTOMER CARE
QUESTION 9
9.1 9.1.1 Significant for South Africans as it is Madiba Day and the opening DRI
ceremony to the Games on his birthday will be a great tribute to
this world leader.
The principles of this great leader would add value to the
Commonwealth Games.
• To commemorate the birthday of the late Nelson Mandela.
• Hosting this event during the birthday of a global iconic figure
such as Nelson Mandela supports the vision and the legacy
of Commonwealth Games.
• The date will endorse the credibility and reputation of the
Games in terms of publicity. (4)
9.1.2 Positive DRI
Creation of employment opportunities
Wide scale infrastructural development
• Increased foreign revenue
• Increased marketing for the host city
• All tourism sectors tend to benefit from the influx of tourists
• Skills development
• Repeat visits
• It will set the multiplier effect into motion.
• Will result in positive GDP growth (4)
Negative
Increased levels of crime
Increased pollution/traffic congestion
• Negative media coverage if the event proves to be
unsuccessful
• Exploitation of cultures and surrounding environments (4)
9.2 9.2.1 India& China DRI (4)
9.2.2 Jobs were lost due to fewer tourists visiting the country DRI
Has damaged South Africa's competitiveness as a destination of
choice
Has reduced the contribution to the GDP of the country.
• Deterred tourists from travelling to South Africa
• international tour operators/travel agents removed South
Africa from their destination brochures owing to the new
regulations
• There was a decline in inbound international tourists to South
Africa (6)
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QUESTION 10
10.1 10.1.1 SMS messages via smartphones CC
Web based responses
• Email (4)
10.1.2 To offer guests a variety of feedback options. CC
Guests might only have limited accessibility to particular feedback
methods.
• Cater for those guests who prefer to use advanced
technology as a method of customer feedback.
• Making provision for those guests who wish to provide their
feedback at their convenience. (4)
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TOTAL SECTION E: 30
GRAND TOTAL: 200
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